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S785 RLH

1998 Honda CA125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,023 mi
Last recorded20,023 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CA12513,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS785 RLH
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 20,023 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 20,023 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2015 19,500 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 19,500 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Oct 2011 19,476 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2006 13,077 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 13,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Honda CA125?

Based on 5,603 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
737
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 186
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Drive chain excessively loose 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 74
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S785 RLH is a 1998 Honda CA125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 13,767 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CA125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S785 RLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CA125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S785 RLH registered?

S785 RLH is a 1998 Honda CA125, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S785 RLH safe to buy?

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